What is Dnsmasq FOR LINUX?

Dnsmasq FOR LINUX

Dnsmasq is an open source, completely free, easy to configure, and lightweight command-line software designed from the offset to act as a DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) server and DNS (Domain Name System) forwarder on GNU/Linux and UNIX-like operating systems.

Key Features:

• Provides DNS and DHCP functionality to a small network


• Serves the names of local machines not in the global DNS


• Offers a wide range of command-line options


• Supports multiple operating systems including Linux, BSD, and Mac OS X


• Runs on 32-bit and 64-bit computer platforms

Technical Specifications:

• File: /mnt/sdb/softpedia/Downloads/Linux Apps/Internet/D/Dnsmasq FOR LINUX/dnsmasq-2.77.tar.xz


• Publisher: Simon Kelley


• Publisher Link


• Price: FREE

Installation Instructions:

Installing Dnsmasq on a GNU/Linux operating system is done in the same way as with any other open source program:

1. Download the package and save it on your computer.


2. Extract the contents using an archive manager utility.


3. Move to the location of the extracted archive file in a terminal emulator.


4. Run the './configure && make' command to configure and compile the program.


5. Run the 'sudo make install' command to install it system-wide.

Dnsmasq is a versatile software that provides essential DNS and DHCP functionality to your network. Download it now for free and benefit from its lightweight and efficient design!

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